Hearty Cabbage & Ground Beef Soup 🥬🥣
This comforting cabbage and ground beef soup is warm, filling, and packed with simple wholesome ingredients. Perfect for chilly evenings, meal prep, or an easy family dinner, this one-pot recipe is healthy, budget-friendly, and full of rich homemade flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Beef
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion becomes soft and translucent. Drain excess grease if needed.
2️⃣ Add Garlic & Vegetables
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chopped cabbage and carrots, stirring well.
3️⃣ Pour in the Broth
Add the beef broth and diced tomatoes if using. Stir everything together.
4️⃣ Season the Soup
Season with paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
5️⃣ Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes until the cabbage and carrots are tender and flavorful.
6️⃣ Serve
Ladle into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Tips for Best Flavor ✨
- Add potatoes for an even heartier soup.
- A splash of Worcestershire sauce gives extra richness.
- This soup tastes even better the next day.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Optional Add-Ins
- Bell peppers
- Celery
- Rice or noodles
- Red pepper flakes for heat
Warm, comforting, and easy to make, this cabbage and ground beef soup is classic homemade comfort food at its best 🥬🍲